2026-27 Coach Allocation Announcement
March 19, 2026
2026-27 Coach Allocation Announcement
As Union FC Indy prepares for the 2026–27 season, we remain committed to delivering a high-quality, player-centered development environment for every athlete in our club. A key part of that commitment is thoughtfully allocating coaches across our teams to ensure players benefit from experienced leadership, consistent methodology, and a positive learning culture.
We have strategically assigned our coaching staff to ensure every team benefits from a balance of technical expertise and leadership that aligns with our long-term competitive pathway.
The following coach assignments for the 2026–27 season are designed to strengthen collaboration across age groups while continuing to build a unified club philosophy focused on player development, teamwork, and a lifelong love of the game.
| Boys Program | ||
|---|---|---|
| U19 (2008/09) | U19 Boys Teal I | Simon Wright |
| U17 (2009/10) | U17 Boys Teal I | James Jenkins |
| U16 (2010/11) | U16 Boys Teal I | Mark Sobers |
| U16 Boys Teal II | Garrett Wertz | |
| U15 (2011/12) | U15 Boys Teal I | Keegan Sweeney |
| U15 Boys Teal II | Caleb Mundell | |
| U14 (2012/13) | U14 Boys Teal I | Matt Whicker |
| U14 Boys Teal II | Isaq Maolim | |
| U14 Boys Black | Simon Wright | |
| U13 (2013/14) | U13 Boys Teal I | Matt Whicker |
| U13 Boys Teal II | Kostas Grigoriou | |
| U13 Boys Black | Mark Sobers | |
| U12 (2014/15) | U12 Boys Teal I | Zach Barnes/Matt Lo |
| U12 Boys Teal II | Matt Lo/Zach Barnes | |
| U12 Boys Black | Tony Tipler | |
| U12 Boys White Arsenal | Clay Lingerfeldt | |
| U12 Boys White Chelsea | Clay Lingerfeldt | |
| U11 (2015/16) | U11 Boys Teal I | Matt Lo/Zach Barnes |
| U11 Boys Teal II | Zach Barnes/Matt Lo | |
| U11 Boys Black | Michael O'Keefe | |
| U11 Boys White Arsenal | Bryson Medley | |
| U11 Boys White Chelsea | Bryson Medley | |
| U10 (2016/17) | U10 Boys Teal I | Mo El Kaddoumi |
| U10 Boys Teal II | Mo El Kaddoumi/Matt Coyer | |
| U10 Boys Black | Adrian Mulenga | |
| U10 Boys White | Adrian Mulenga | |
| U9 (2017/18) | U9 Boys Teal I | Mo El Kaddoumi |
| U9 Boys Teal II | Aaron Henkle | |
| U9 Boys Black | TBA | |
| U9 Boys White | TBA | |
| U8 (2018/19) | U8 Boys Pathway | Josh Weinberg/Sharon Mermelstein |
| U7 (2019/20) | U7 Boys Pathway | Josh Weinberg |
| U5/U6 (2020/21) | U5/U6 Boys Pathway | Rita Lickliter |
| Girls Program | ||
|---|---|---|
| U19 (2008/09) | U19 Girls Teal | TBA |
| U17 (2009/10) | U17 Girls Teal | Isaq Moalim |
| U16 (2010/11) | U16 Girls Teal II | Rachel Fulkerson |
| U15 (2011/12) | U15 Girls Teal I | Abdul Mustafa |
| U15 Girls Teal II | Abdul Mustafa | |
| U14 (2012/13) | U14 Girls Teal I | Kelly Freeland |
| U14 Girls Teal II | Crystal Paul | |
| U13 (2013/14) | U13 Girls Teal I | Kelly Freeland |
| U13 Girls Teal II | Crystal Paul | |
| U12 (2014/15) | U12 Girls Teal I | Claire Kelley |
| U12 Girls Teal II | Claire Kelley | |
| U11 (2015/16) | U11 Girls Teal I | Rachel Fulkerson |
| U11 Girls Teal II | Rachel Fulkerson | |
| U11 Girls Black | TBA | |
| U10 (2016/17) | U10 Girls Teal I | Evan Krupa |
| U10 Girls Teal II | Evan Krupa | |
| U10 Girls Teal III | Tony Beck | |
| U10 Girls Black | Tony Beck | |
| U9 (2017/18) | U9 Girls Teal I | Evan Krupa |
| U9 Girls Teal II | Evan Krupa | |
| U9 Girls Black | Madison Cunningham | |
| U8 (2018/19) | U8 Girls Pathway | Josh Weinberg |
| U7 (2019/20) | U7 Girls Pathway | Josh Weinberg/Jen Eggert |
| U5/U6 (2020/21) | U5/U6 Girls Pathway | Rita Lickliter |
Union FC Indy is proud to announce that our U11 and U12 Girls Teal I teams have been officially accepted into the Girls Academy Inspire platform for the upcoming season. This milestone highlights our club’s commitment to providing elevated developmental opportunities for young female athletes. Girls Academy Inspire is the newly launched U11–U12 platform within the Girls Academy pathway. Designed to introduce players and families to the Girls Academy environment, Inspire emphasizes growth, education, and long-term development. The platform features regionalized competition, ensures appropriate competitive levels, and supports a clear progression toward higher stages of the pathway, including Aspire and the Girls Academy’s elite U13–U19 competition structure. Sporting Director Robert Klatte shared his thoughts on Union FC Indy’s participation: “Participating in the Girls Academy Inspire (U11‑U12 Girls) and Pre‑ECNL (U9‑U12 Academy) regional competition provides our players with a higher level of competition that accelerates individual development, challenges them in meaningful game environments, and better prepares them for future pathways within the game. These experiences support our commitment to maximizing each player's potential through quality coaching, competitive opportunities, and long-term player growth.” This acceptance marks a significant step forward in enhancing our developmental pathway and ensuring our players experience meaningful, well-structured competition. We look forward to supporting our Teal I teams as they begin this exciting new chapter within the Girls Academy environment.
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The countdown to a brand‑new season is officially on. Union FC Indy is gearing up for an exciting year of player development, competitive growth, and community‑driven soccer—and it all begins with our upcoming tryouts and evaluations. Whether your athlete is just starting their soccer journey or ready to take the next step in a competitive pathway, these dates are the gateway to an incredible season ahead. Mark your calendars now so your player doesn’t miss their chance to be part of the Union FC Indy family for 2026–2027. Tuesday & Wednesday, June 2–3 U9/U10 Tryouts (Jr Academy) Young athletes born in the appropriate age groups are invited to showcase their skills, energy, and passion for the game. Our Jr Academy program focuses on building strong technical foundations and fostering a love for soccer in a competitive, supportive environment. U7/U8 Evaluations (Pathway) For players beginning their developmental journey, these evaluations help place athletes in the right environment to grow. The Pathway program emphasizes learning, confidence, and fun while preparing players for future competitive opportunities. Thursday, June 4 U5/U6 Evaluations (Futures) Our youngest players get their moment to shine. Futures evaluations are designed to introduce kids to the game in a positive, encouraging setting. This is where many Union FC Indy journeys begin. Monday & Tuesday, June 8–9 U11+ Tryouts (Sr Academy, Jr Travel, Sr Travel) Older players looking to compete at higher levels will have the opportunity to earn their spot in one of our advanced programs. These sessions are designed to identify athletes ready for elevated training, competitive league play, and continued development within the Union FC Indy system. Don’t Miss Out Tryouts and evaluations are a crucial step in shaping each player’s season. We encourage families to save these dates, plan ahead, and stay tuned for registration details, times, and location information. Union FC Indy is proud to offer a pathway for every player—from first kicks to advanced competition. We can’t wait to see returning faces and welcome new ones as we build another unforgettable season together.